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FEB. 27 - MARCH 17, 2024

Ranching & Wildlife H Calf is an educational program for Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ members dedicated to providing education, support and skills to aid in decision making related to beef cattle production for beef producers, weekend ranchers and anyone looking to learn something new.

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Becoming a participant

For more information about participating please email [email protected]

Participant Benefits

  • Lectures by top agricultural experts
  • Library of additional resources by topics
  • Network with fellow Ranching & Wildlife H Calf Participants

Ranching & Wildlife H Calf Program Costs for 2023

  • Enrollment for 2023 programs will be a la carte at $50 per event per person
  • If you wish to attend one or all of the events, please use the registration link to sign up for them individually.
  • All Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Members and their guests are welcome to attend the events.

*Must be 21 and a Member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo to participate in the program

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RANCHING & WILDLIFE H CALF PROGRAM SCHEDULE

July 22nd R-C Ranch (620 Brit Bailey Blvd., Bailey’s Prairie, TX 77094) R-C Ranch Butcher Shop (Houston Farmer’s Market 2520 Airline Drive, SUITE B-210 Houston, TX 77009)

  • Come out and learn about R-C Ranch’s beef program. Along with breeding and raising quality Wagyu genetics, R-C Ranch saw a need in building a locally branded farm to table beef program for safe high-quality meat delivered direct from the source. After we tour the ranch, we’ll then go to visit the R-C Ranch Butcher Shop at the famous Houston Farmer’s Market for some Texas craft meats demonstrations and a Wagyu beef lunch next door at Wild Oats. (bring a small cooler if you’d like to purchase any beef)

August 7th-9th – TAMU Beef Cattle Short Course, College Station, TX

  • We encourage everyone to attend the Beef Cattle Short Course at Texas A&M University to gain a deeper understanding of the beef cattle industry and current trends. 
  • https://beefcattleshortcourse.com/
  • A dinner will be hosted August 8th for anyone participating in the R&W H Calf Program and attending the Beef Cattle Short Course. Please register for this dinner under the registration page and please be very mindful and respectful, as there is no cost to this dinner, so please don’t rsvp and not show up as we want to maintain a close working relationship with TAMU leadership and our show and program has a good reputation to uphold.

August 12th – H Calf BBQU, Karbach Brewery – 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Attendees will have an intensive look at the traditions and practices of Texas barbecue. It is an opportunity to learn the science behind the food, and a rare chance to experience a short course on meat selection, trimming, seasoning, and cooking methods. We’ll learn about the anatomy and grading of beef, as well as the science behind muscle fibers and how the low and slow cooking process successfully impacts the finished product. Special guests include scientists and pitmasters.
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Past Programs

2022

DATE TIME TOPIC(S) SPEAKER(S) WEBINAR LINK RESOURCES
June 15, 2022 9:00 a.m. Enhancing Veterinarian Relationship & Knape Beef Ranch to Table Gregg Knape, DVM    
July 9, 2022 9:00 a.m. Ranch to Table Beef
Purebred Akaushi Cow/calf operation		      
August 13, 2022 9:00 a.m. Cooking brisket, ribs, and steak Davey B. Griffin, Professor and Extension Meat Specialist    

2021

DATE TIME TOPIC(S) SPEAKER(S) WEBINAR LINK RESOURCES
June 14, 2021 11:30 a.m. Genetic Technology in Beef Cattle Matt Spangler, PhD from University of Nebraska Recording Genetic Technology in Beef Presentation
Genetic Technology in Beef Notes Sheet
June 21, 2021 11:30 a.m. Cows Do What to the Planet Dr. Ron Gill from Texas A&M University Recording Cattle and the Environment
June 28, 2021 11:30 a.m. Not Your Dad’s Ranch Marketing Rachel Cutrer – Ranch House Designs and Rancher Recording Presentation Slides
July 5, 2021 No Webinar, celebrate July 4th
July 12, 2021 11:30 a.m. Developing a Brush Management Plan Jeff Goodwin – Sr Pasture/Range Consultant – Noble Research Institute Recording Presentation Slides
July 19, 2021 11:30 a.m. Do You possess the 8 characteristics of an Intentional Robert Wells, Ph.D. – Noble Research Institute Recording

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July 26, 2021 11:30 a.m. TBD Trent Loos Recording
August 2, 2021 No Webinar, please go check out the Beef Cattle Short Course
August 9, 2021 11:30 a.m. Ranching For Profit Utilizing Better Nutritional Systems Approach Jason Smith
Assistant Professor – TAMU		 Recording
August 16, 2021 11:30 a.m. Livestock Emergency Management & Preparation Dr. Jason Cleere – Texas A&M University Recording
August 23, 2021 11:30 a.m. Estate Planning and Policy Changes Affecting Ag Tiffany Dowell Lashmet – Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Agricultural Law Recording

2020

DATE
 TIME
 TOPIC
 SPEAKER(S)
 WEBINAR LINK
 RESOURCES
June 1, 2020 11:30 a.m. Cattle 101 Beef Cattle Industry Terminology, Ranching Basics Explained, and Fundamental Meat Overview DR. RON GILL from Texas A&M University YouTube Dr. Ron Gill – Beef 101 Presentation
June 8, 2020 11:30 a.m. Consumer Insights and Virtual Engagement Exploring changes in consumer behavior and how the Beef Checkoff is adapting messages and education to meet these evolving needs. RACHEL CHOU and VICTORIA HELLER from TEXAS BEEF COUNCIL YouTube Texas Beef Coucil Presentation
June 15, 2020 11:30 a.m. Livestock’s Path to Climate Neutrality Livestock can be part of a climate solution, while continuing to feed a growing population. This story runs counter to mainstream narratives, but if we look at how methane actually warms the planet, we can see clear paths to how animal agriculture can not only stop contributing to climate change, but also help mitigate other sources of greenhouse gases. DR. FRANK MITLOEHNER from the University of California, Davis YouTube Climate Neutrality Presentation
June 22, 2020 11:30 a.m.

Retail Meat in a COVID World How the outlook for beef and protein consumption and customer engagement changed in 60 days and how the industry is adapting now and planning for the future. Topics include: Brick and Mortar, E-Commerce, Consumer Awareness, Industry Advocacy

 MATT WALTERS – Director of Meat Procurement for H-E-B Grocery YouTube Retail Beef in a COVID World
June 29, 2020 11:30 a.m. Eat Like A Butcher Join Chef Jess DeSham Timmons as she guides us through all things steak. Wood fire grilling, cast iron searing, seasoning, aging, and choosing the cuts that are exactly what you’re looking for. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to see your meal all the way from the hoof to your plate from someone that knows her way around a cutting room and a fire. Topics include: Meat selection (what you look for and what does it mean grass-fed, wet-age vs dry age, etc.), What’s the different cut of steaks, Insight into preparation, and Cooking & serving JESS DESHAM TIMMONS – Cherry Block YouTube –
July 6, 2020 11:30 a.m. Visual indicators to help you manage your cows How do I tell if my cows are getting adequate nutrition? Visual indicators to help you manage your cows. A demonstration on how to body condition score cows and use it as a tool to manage nutrition. Nutrition has the greatest impact on breeding rates in cows and can affect the bottom line. DR. JASON CLEERE – Texas A&M University YouTube Body Condition Nutrition
July 13, 2020 11:30 a.m. Mid-Year Cattle Market & Trade Policies Update Midyear outlook of where we are in the cattle market cycle and what to expect on the horizon. Also, trade and policy issues have definitely been a hot topic over the last 4 months DR. DAVID P ANDERSON – Texas A&M University YouTube Cattle Market Adjustments
July 20, 2020 11:30 a.m. Beef, It’s What’s for School Lunch Discussion on how the nutrition in beef affects adolescent growth and how the industry can influence or increase consumption in our youth. DR. RANDI BOLEMAN YouTube Beef Presentation
July 27, 2020 11:30 a.m. What Happens After the Hide Comes Off? After the conversion of a steer to a beef carcass, how is it further converted into beef for retail and foodservice? How much of what is actually produced? Davey Griffin will lead a discussion on beef grading, fabrication yields and how cuts are utilized by different segments of the retail and foodservice industries and how that has changed in the last few months. DR. DAVEY GRIFFIN – Texas A&M University YouTube What Happens After the Hide Comes Off?
August 3, 2020 No Webinar, please go check out the Beef Cattle Short Course Course Link
August 10, 2020 11:30 a.m. A Year on the Ranch This presentation will provide a brief description of the management strategies that occur on a ranch throughout a year using an example ranch set in East Texas. Four key management plans for the ranch will be discussed. Additionally, a month by month guide of what is going on for the example used will be presented. Topics include: Forage Management Plan, Breeding and Calving Season Plan, Herd health Plan, and Marketing Plan DR. JASON P. BANTA – Associate Professor and Extension Beef Cattle YouTube A year on a ranch PDF
August 17, 2020 11:30 a.m. Landowner Liability For Texas agricultural landowners, it is always a concern as to what liability may arise if someone is injured on the landowner’s property. This session will discuss landowner liability and offer steps that rural landowners can take to protect their operations. TIFFANY DOWELL LASHMET – Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Agricultural Law YouTube Landowner Liability
August 24, 2020 11:30 a.m. Video Plant Tours: Sam Kane & Cargill/Plainview DR. DAVEY GRIFFIN – Texas A&M University YouTube –
August 31, 2020 11:30 a.m. Cattle Industry Issues Roundtable Discussion Roundtable discussion of Cattle Industry issues with leaders from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Texas Cattle Feeders Association, and Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. Discussion will be lead by Kelley Sullivan Georgiades.

Discussion Leader

Roundtable Members

  • Collin Woodall – CEO, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association
  • Ross Wilson – President & CEO, Texas Cattle Feeders Association
  • Jason Skaggs – EVP & CEO, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association
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2019

DATE TOPIC SPEAKER(S) TOUR SITE VIDEOS PHOTOS RESOURCES
May 18, 2019 H Calf Short Course
  1. Jason Cook & Berry Summerour
  2. Colton Hoffman, rancher and attorney
  3. Linda Galayda aka “Texas Rancher Girl”
  4. Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, Clay Whitfill
  5. Capital Farm Credit
 NRG Center 600 Series Cattle 101

Agricultural Lending

Alternative Land Uses

Business and Legal

Ranch Records

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June 8, 2019 Briggs Ranch Tour Briggs Ranches Personnel Briggs Ranch Watch View  
July 27, 2019 Beckendorf Ranch Tour Arlie Beckendorf Beckendorf Ranch – Tomball, TX Watch
September 28, 2019 Genetics and Sexing Dr. Jim McGrann and Luke Bradford ST Genetics in Navasota, TX Watch View

2018

DATE TOPIC SPEAKER(S) TOUR SITE VIDEOS PHOTOS RESOURCES
May 5, 2018 Program Intro and Cattle Marketing Mike Arnold – Superior Livestock N/A Watch View  
June 9, 2018 Breeds and Sire Selection Dr. Larry Boleman – Texas A&M University J.D. Hudgins Inc. – Hungerford, TX Watch View
August 25, 2018 Livestock Nutrition Dr. Harry Anderson – Total Feeds Graham Land and Cattle – Gonzales, TX Watch View
October 27, 2018 Health & Cattle Handling Dr. Jason Cleere – Texas A&M University Scarmardo Cattle Co. – Caldwell, TX Watch

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CONTACT US

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
NRG Center
3 NRG Park
Houston, Texas 77054

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 832.667.1195

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